Summary

Known for its wealth of relevant, practical, and up-to-date information,Communicating in Small Groupsprovides a balance of principles and applications of group communication.With emphasis on teamwork, technology, and ethical collaboration, the 9 th edition ofCommunicating in Small Groups: Principles and Practiceshelps readers enhance their performance in groups and teams, while also giving them insight in to why group and team members communicate as they do.

Table of Contents

Foundations Of Group And Team Communication

Introducing Group and Team Principles and Practices

What Is Small Group Communication?

What About Teams?

What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Working in Groups and Teams?

What Are the Different Types of Small Groups?

What Is Virtual Small Group Communication?

How Can You Become a Competent Small Group Communicator

The Nine Core Small Group Communication Competencies

Small Group Communication Theory

The Nature of Theory and the Theory-Building Process

Theory: A Practical Approach to Group Communication

The Purpose of Communication in Small Groups: Making Sense

Theoretical Perspectives for the Study of Group and Team Communication